• LY-LA is a hidden speakeasy beneath Alaya, accessible only through the restaurant.
  • Unique drinks like Hakawati Gimlet and Dallah Negroni enhance the speakeasy’s allure.
  • Resident DJs play a blend of afro, melodic, and organic house music with Middle Eastern influences.
  • LY-LA is open from 10 PM to 3 AM, offering a secluded escape for late-night revelry.

For those seeking a touch of Golden Age glamour with a playful twist, LY-LA, an exclusive speakeasy, awaits beneath the celebrated Alaya restaurant in DIFC. Helmed by the world-renowned Chef Izu Ani, Alaya offers an elegant blend of Mediterranean cuisine with Middle Eastern flavors, setting the stage for the secretive allure of LY-LA below.

Accessible only through Alaya, LY-LA continues the culinary journey with an intimate, late-night haven where Dubai’s most distinguished gather. The speakeasy’s bedouin-inspired interior, combined with signature cocktails and luxury fizzes, creates a perfect conclusion to a DIFC night out. Guests can savor exquisite concoctions like the Hakawati Gimlet, Dallah Negroni, Apple of Crete, and Nile Mirage—each drink a story of wonder and enchantment.

LY-LA’s ambiance is enhanced by a carefully curated music selection featuring afro, melodic, and organic house music infused with Middle Eastern instruments. This unique blend complements the region’s rich flavors, allowing guests to embark on a sensory journey.

LY-LA’s four resident DJs add to the allure, with DJ Anjel spinning on Sundays and Mondays, DJ Ray Ro on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, DJ Erika on Thursdays, and DJ 3amgeroge on Fridays and Saturdays. Each night promises an immersive experience, filled with music, mystery, and mischief.

Open daily from 10 PM to 3 AM, LY-LA provides a secluded escape for those in the know. The speakeasy invites guests to uncover its secrets and indulge in an evening of late-night revelry.

For reservations, visit Alaya Restaurants or contact reservations@alaya-dubai.com. You can also reach out at +9714 570 6289.

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